Welcome to Remote English

Business English Training for Professionals

I'm Guy, the founder of Remote English. With over 25 years in financial services and a qualified Business English teaching background, I provide systematic training to help professionals communicate with precision and confidence in English.

Who I Am

Before becoming a full-time English tutor, I spent 25 years in Asset Management & Banking, working in London, Luxembourg, and Paris as a Project Manager and Business Analyst. My experience in change and transformation projects led me to train colleagues, proofread documents for non-native speakers, and eventually teach Business English globally.

As a native English speaker with a neutral accent, I understand the language challenges professionals face in international business environments—because I've worked in them myself.

My Teaching Philosophy

Language-Focused Training with Practical Application

I provide two types of training, each with flexible delivery methods:

1. Business English (Language Training)
Teaching grammar structures, vocabulary patterns, and language features you need for professional communication. Business contexts provide realistic practice, but the primary goal is language mastery.

Example: "Using participle clauses for concise business writing" or "Mastering modal verbs for professional emails"

2. Business Skills (Professional Competency Training)
Teaching how to conduct interviews, deliver presentations, manage meetings, or negotiate—while developing the English language skills needed to do these effectively.

Example: "Conducting Job Interviews in English" or "Delivering Professional Presentations"

Both approaches use systematic, structured materials with clear objectives and measurable outcomes.

Choose Your Learning Approach

I offer three teaching models to suit different learning styles and schedules:

Approach 1: Standard Live Teaching

Best for: Professionals who prefer guided instruction with real-time feedback

How it works:

• 50-minute live lesson where I teach new content in focused segments (6-8 minutes each)
• Immediate practice after each teaching point with my guidance
• Real-time feedback on your production
• Homework (15-30 minutes) extends what we covered in class

Lesson flow: Short teaching → immediate practice → feedback → next point

Available for: Both Business English and Business Skills courses

Approach 2: Flipped Classroom

Best for: Self-directed learners who want maximum speaking/practice time

How it works:

• 45-minute pre-class study using comprehensive materials I provide
• 10-15 minute quiz verifying your understanding before we meet
• 50-minute live session focused entirely on practice and application (minimal teaching)
• Homework applies learning to new contexts

Lesson flow: Independent study → quiz → intensive live practice

Available for: Both Business English and Business Skills courses

Approach 3: Business Skills Training

Best for: Professionals who need to perform specific business tasks in English

What makes this different:

While Approaches 1 and 2 can be used for any content, Business Skills Training has a distinct focus:

Primary Goal: Develop professional competency (how to interview, present, negotiate, etc.)
Secondary Goal: Build the English language needed to execute that skill effectively

Example: In "Conducting Job Interviews in English":

• You learn interview protocols, assessment frameworks, and management techniques
• You develop the grammar, vocabulary, and phrases needed specifically for interviewing
• Language teaching is functional—focused on what you need for this professional task

This is different from Business English where grammar and vocabulary are the primary focus, with business providing the context for practice.

Assessment: Can you perform the business task effectively in English? (Not just: Do you know the grammar?)

Available delivery: Standard Live Teaching or Flipped Classroom—your choice

Training Type Comparison

Both types include:

• Clear lesson objectives you can track
• Structured materials (slides, workbook, answer keys)
• Homework extending practice beyond the lesson
• Systematic progression and measurable results

What Makes My Training Different

Explicit Teaching

You'll never leave a lesson wondering "what did I just learn?" Every session has clear objectives with specific outcomes—whether that's mastering present perfect tenses or learning to open interviews professionally.

Complete Materials

You receive comprehensive materials for every lesson:

• Teaching materials (slides or pre-class package)
• Practice workbook with structured exercises
• Answer keys with detailed explanations
• Homework assignments extending your practice

Systematic Quality

Every lesson follows a structured framework ensuring:

• Clear objectives with measurable outcomes
• Balanced teaching and practice time
• Immediate application of what you learn
• Progressive skill building across sessions

Sample Courses

Business English (Language Training)

Grammar Courses:

• Modal Verbs for Professional Communication
• Tense Selection for Business Writing
• Conditional Structures for Negotiation

Vocabulary Courses:

• Collocations for Business Presentations
• Phrasal Verbs in Professional Contexts
• Register and Formality in Email Communication

Structured Language Programmes:

• Business Communication (16+ units)
• Advanced Descriptive Language
• Professional Writing Structures

Business Skills (Professional Competency)

Interview Training:

• Conducting Job Interviews in English (20 units)
• Interview Preparation for Candidates

Presentation Skills:

• Delivering Professional Presentations
• Presentation Structure and Delivery

Communication Skills:

• Managing Difficult Conversations
• Professional Negotiation Techniques
• Meeting Management and Facilitation

Writing Skills:

• Writing Professional Reports
• Email Communication Strategies

What You'll Achieve

With Business English Training:

• Write more concisely and professionally using advanced structures
• Understand why certain language choices create specific effects
• Master specific grammar structures and vocabulary patterns
• Communicate with appropriate nuance and register
• Apply language flexibly across different contexts

With Business Skills Training:

• Perform specific professional tasks confidently in English
• Use appropriate language for your professional role
• Handle challenging situations with diplomatic language
• Demonstrate competency in real business scenarios
• Build both skills and language simultaneously

Who This Suits

Business English is ideal for professionals who:

• Want to improve overall English proficiency
• Need stronger grammar and vocabulary
• Prefer systematic language learning
• Want to understand how English works
• Are at B1-C1 level (intermediate to advanced)

Business Skills is ideal for professionals who:

• Need to perform specific tasks in English (interview, present, negotiate)
• Already have B2+ English but lack confidence in professional situations
• Want targeted training for their role
• Prefer learning language through practical application
• Need measurable competency in specific business functions

Both approaches work best for professionals who:

• Prefer structured, systematic learning
• Value efficiency—clear objectives, measurable progress
• Work in international business environments where accuracy matters

Service Options

Individual Coaching:

• One-to-one training (remote via video call)
• Personalized to your specific needs
• Choice of teaching approach (Standard, Flipped, or Business Skills focus)
• Flexible scheduling for all time zones

Group Training:

• Small-group coaching for corporate teams
• Tailored programmes for specific industries or roles
• Flexible scheduling for international teams

Specialized Services:

• Job interview preparation
• Presentation coaching and review
• Pronunciation and accent softening
• Document proofreading and refinement

Why Choose Remote English?

Real Business Experience + Teaching Expertise

I've spent decades in the environments where you use English—corporate meetings, project documentation, stakeholder presentations, international negotiations. I know what language actually works because I've used it there myself.

Three Flexible Approaches

Choose how you want to learn:

• Standard live teaching with guided practice
• Flipped classroom for maximum practice time
• Business skills training for specific professional competencies

Systematic, Measurable Progress

• Clear lesson objectives you can track
• Structured materials you can review and reference
• Regular practice extending beyond lesson time
• Demonstrable improvement in specific areas

Supportive, Professional Environment

• Lessons scheduled around your availability
• Immediate feedback and adjustment based on your progress
• Judgment-free environment where mistakes are learning opportunities
• Focus on YOUR specific needs and goals

Getting Started

Step 1: Choose Your Training Type

Business English → I need to improve my grammar, vocabulary, and overall language skills
Business Skills → I need to perform a specific professional task (interview, present, negotiate, etc.)

Step 2: Choose Your Delivery Method

Standard Live Teaching → I prefer guided instruction with real-time teaching
Flipped Classroom → I'm self-directed and want maximum practice time in our sessions

Email: [your email]
Availability: Flexible scheduling for all time zones
Format: Remote via video call (Zoom/Teams/Skype)
Materials: All provided—no textbooks to purchase

Frequently Asked Questions

Which training type should I choose?

Choose Business English if:

• Your primary goal is improving your English language proficiency
• You want to master grammar structures and expand vocabulary
• You need general language improvement for professional contexts
• You want to understand how English works systematically

Choose Business Skills if:

• You need to perform a specific professional task in English
• You already have intermediate+ English but lack confidence in professional situations
• You want practical training for your specific role
• Your goal is demonstrating professional competency, not just language accuracy

Which delivery method should I choose?

Standard Live Teaching:

• You prefer learning with teacher guidance during initial exposure to content
• You value real-time interaction during the teaching phase
• You want immediate clarification when concepts are first presented

Flipped Classroom:

• You're disciplined with independent study
• You prefer processing new information at your own pace
• You want to maximize speaking and practice time in live sessions
• You have consistent time for 45-minute study sessions before lessons

Can I switch between approaches?

Yes. We can adjust your training type or delivery method based on your progress and preferences. Many students start with one approach and transition to another as their needs change.

What level do I need?

Business English: Works best for B1-C1 (intermediate to advanced)
Business Skills: Requires minimum B2 (upper-intermediate) as you need sufficient English to focus on skill development

How long are programmes?

Business English: Typically 16+ units focusing on specific grammar/vocabulary topics
Business Skills: Typically 10-20 units depending on the competency (e.g., Interview Skills = 20 units)

All programmes include 50-minute lessons with homework extending practice time.

What materials do I need?

Nothing. I provide all materials:

• Lesson slides or pre-class study packages
• Practice workbooks
• Answer keys with explanations
• Homework assignments

Do you teach complete beginners?

I specialize in business professionals who already have foundational English (B1+). For complete beginners, I can recommend colleagues who focus on elementary-level English.

Can you help with specific documents or presentations?

Absolutely. While my core programmes follow systematic curricula, I also offer focused sessions for immediate needs—reviewing presentations, preparing for specific interviews, proofreading important documents, etc.